U.S. Navy Ships at Sea

Diverse naval vessels navigating the open sea. Includes cruisers and destroyers showcasing military prowess amid dynamic marine environments.

220604-N-PS730-1091 AQABA, JORDAN (June 4, 2022) The guided-missile destroyer USS Gonzalez (DDG 66) pierside in Aqaba, Jordan June 4. Gonzalez is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Middle East Region.

DN-ST-88-07542. Base: San Diego Bay State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220611-N-AO868-1023 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 11, 2022) The USS San Jacinto (CG 56), left, transits alongside the USNS Supply (T-AO6) during a replenishment-at-sea, June 11, 2022. San Jacinto is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and Partner interests.

A port bow view of the guided missile destroyer USS KIDD (DDG-993) crossing Thimble Shoals. Base: Hampton Roads, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-88-05800. Base: Charleston State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port bow view of the guided missile frigate USS DOYLE (FFG-39) underway. Country: Caribbean Sea

ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 30, 2015) The guided missile-cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68) is en route to Scotland to participate in Joint Warrior, a United Kingdom-led semi-annual multinational cooperative training exercise.

An Ohio class submarine travels out to sea as the miscellaneous flagship USS CORONADO (AGF-11) approaches Naval Air Station, North Island, San Diego. The CORONADO, flagship for Commander, Third Fleet, will be arriving at its new home port after being stationed in Hawaii for almost 20 years. Country: Pacific Ocean(POC)

DN-ST-87-00022. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Djibouti, 08/17/2012. The Frigate Reina Sofía, participating in Operation Atalanta, departs from the port of Djibouti towards Spain.

220701-N-AO868-1362 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 1, 2022) USS San Jacinto (CG 56) transits alongside USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) during a replenishment-at-sea in the Mediterranean Sea, July 1, 2022. San Jacinto is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 26, 2019) The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Gabrielle Giffords (LCS 10) maneuvers to deter an unmanned vessel during a small boat attack exercise. Gabrielle Giffords is conducting routine operations in the Eastern Pacific Ocean.

A port view of the guided missile cruiser USS MOBILE BAY (CG-53) underway. The MOBILE BAY is one of the U.S. ships participating in the allied forces Exercise Team Work '88. Subject Operation/Series: TEAM WORK '88 Country: North Atlantic Ocean

PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 9, 2016) The guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) participates in a maneuvering exercise with People's Liberation Army

040628-N-6932B-002. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC 2004 Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-90-01639. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220920-N-EH998-1129 RED SEA (Sept. 20, 2022) Guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) pulls out of the port of Eilat, Israel, Sept. 20. Nitze is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

Indian Ocean, September 25, 2005 - The Military Sealift Command replenishment oiler USNS Bridge (T-AO 10) underway in the Indian Ocean during exercise Malabar 2005.

240104-N-OZ224-2354NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. (Jan. 4, 2023) - The Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Thomas Hudner (DDG 116) returned to Naval Station Mayport after an eight month deployment, Jan. 4, 2024. Hudner deployed as a part of theGerald R.FordCarrier Strike Group(CSG) to the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of operations in support of theater security cooperation efforts and to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

060705-N-9288T-013. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC 2006 Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

221009-N-EH998-1061 GULF OF OMAN (Oct. 9, 2022) Guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) departs from the port of Salalah, Oman, Oct. 9. Nitze is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220418-N-LX838-1357 NEW ORLEANS (Apr. 18, 2022) The guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82), right, pulls alongside the guided-missile destoryer USS Farragut (DDG 99) in New Orleans as part of Navy Week New Orleans festivities. Navy Weeks are designed to show Americans the investment they have made in their Navy and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence.

The Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship USS Chief (MCM 14) displays a dressed ship in honor of the Navy Chief Petty Officer birthday. The position of chief petty officer was officially established in the U.S. Navy April 1, 1893.

DN-SC-05-10890. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SAN DIEGO (Aug. 26, 2013) Sailors man the rails aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) as it returns to San Diego following completion of Pacific Partnership 2013 deployment. During the deployment, the ship's crew supported non-governmental organizations and regional partner nations to complete projects in Papua New Guinea, the Republic of Kiribati, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Samoa, the Solomon Islands and Tonga.

A port quarter view of the guided missile destroyer USS TATTNALL (DDG-19) as it steams away from the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69) after completing an underway replenishment operation. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

220423-N-AO868-1095 PORTO DI MARGHERA, Italy (April 23, 2022) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56) is moored in Porto di Marghera, Italy April 23, 2022, for a routine port visit. San Jacinto is operating as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group on a scheduled deployment in the 6th fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national interests, security, and stability in Europe and Africa.

171228-N-KA046-0001MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 28, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) transits the Mediterranean Sea. Carney, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its fourth patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of regional allies and partners, and U.S. national security interests in Europe.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 7, 2019) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115), front, and USS John Finn (DDG 113) transit the eastern Pacific Ocean, Dec. 7, 2019. Russell is underway conducting routine training in the eastern Pacific Ocean.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 15, 2010) The guided-missile destroyers USS Sampson (DDG 102) and USS Pinkney (DDG 91) operate in the South China Sea. The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is conducting operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Jun. 21, 2022) - The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18) arrives at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY). Charleston is currently operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. For 75 years, CFAY has provided, maintained, and operated base facilities and services in support of the U.S. 7th fleet's forward deployed naval forces, tenant commands, and thousands of military and civilian personnel and their families.

050910-N-5526M-004. Subject Operation/Series: JOINT TASK FORCE (JTF) KATRINA Base: USS Tortuga (LSD 46) State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

040421-N-9851B-006. Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

Sailors and Marines man the rails aboard the amphibious transport dock USS JUNEAU (LPD-10) as the ship arrives at Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, for a port visit before returning to Naval Station, San Diego, Calif. The JUNEAU is returning to the U.S. following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA)

The West German destroyer FGS SCHLESWIG-HOLSTEIN (D-182) pulls alongside thebattleship USS IOWA (BB-61) during an underway replenishment. The ships are participating in NATO exercise Northern Wedding '86. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN WEDDING '86 Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 3, 2023) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69), left, steams alongside the Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199) during an underway replenishment while operating in the South China Sea, April 3. Milius is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

MAYPORT, Fla. (March 25, 2019) Freedom-class littoral combat ships USS Sioux City (LCS 11) and USS Milwaukee (LCS 5) moor alongside one another during a nesting evolution on Naval Station Mayport, Fla. Nesting is when two naval vessels are moored alongside due to limited dock space.

A view from the bow looking aft along the starboard side at the bridge structure of the guided missile destroyer USS ARLEIGH BURKE (DDG-51). On the left side of the bridge is one of the SPY-1D radar fixed antenna arrays. Mounted on the front of the bridge is a 20mm Mark 15 close-in weapon system (CIWS). On the deck forward of the bridge is a Mark 41 vertical launch 32-cell missile launcher. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

The amphibious transport dock USS VANCOUVER (LPD-2) departs from the naval station after a visit. The VANCOUVER is en route to Naval Station, San Diego, Calif., after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

An aerial starboard quarter view of the guided missile frigate FAHRION (FFG-22) as Todd Pacific Shipyards corporation conducts sea trials. Base: Seattle State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard bow view of the dock landing ship USS ANCHORAGE (LSD-36) underway. Country: Unknown

CARIBBEAN SEA (April 9, 2021) The Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Wichita (LCS 13) and the Jamaica Defence Force Coast Guard patrol vessel HMJS Cornwall sail in formation during a live-fire exercise, April 9, 2021. Wichita is deployed to the U.S. 4th Fleet area of operations to support Joint Interagency Task Force Souths mission, which includes counter illicit drug trafficking in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific.

050610-N-3527B-002. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard bow view of the guided missile frigate USS DOYLE (FFG-39) and USS TAYLOR (FFG-50) moored in port. Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

020624-N-3228G-002. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC 2002 Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

EAST CHINA SEA (July 6, 2022) Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Asahi-class destroyer JS Asahi (DD-119) sails alongside Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) during a live-fire gunnery exercise. Dewey is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleets principal surface force.

220622-N-ZS023-1151 SAN DIEGO (June 22, 2022) Independence-variant littoral combat ship Pre-Commissioning Unit Canberra (LCS 30) arrives at its homeport of San Diego for the first time. LCS are fast, agile, mission-focused platforms designed to operate in near-shore environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats. LCS are capable of supporting forward presence, maritime security, sea control, and deterrence.

090728-N-9860Y-003SEATTLE, Wash. (July 28, 2009) The guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92), based at Naval Station Everett, Wash., maneuvers through Elliot Bay to the Port of Seattle to participate in the 60th annual Seattle Seafair. Fleet Week activities afford the opportunity for U.S. and Canadian Sailors and Coast Guard personnel to experience what the local community has to offer as well as promote awareness of the maritime forces through tours and presentations.

220625-N-XL376-1001 PEARL HARBOR (Jun. 25, 2022) - Philippine navy frigate BRP Antonio Luna (FF 151) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to participate in the 2022 Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

The amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7) prepares to dock at the Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, harbor May 20, 2022. Due to its geographic location and collocated airfield and harbor, MCAS Iwakuni is uniquely postured to provide advanced naval integration in support of regional security. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners, and serves as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

030303-N-9214D-005. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

GUANTANAMO BAY (July 21, 2014) The future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) pulls into Naval Station Guantanamo Bay for a scheduled port visit. America is scheduled to transit the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility on its way to San Francisco for a scheduled commissioning ceremony Oct. 11.

020927-N-1082Z-002. Subject Operation/Series: MEDITERRANEAN SHARK Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

The frigate USS RICHARD E. PEARY (FF 1073), right, and the guided missile frigate USS WADSWORTH (FFG 9) pass one another at the entrance to the channel as the WADSWORTH arrives for a visit to Naval Station, Pear Harbor, Hawaii.. State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA)

220512-N-BR419-2113 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 12, 2022) Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) destroyer JS Teruzuki (DD-116) steams in formation with the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), during a bilateral exercise. The U.S. Navy and JMSDF routinely conduct naval exercises together, strengthening the U.S.-Japan alliance and maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

DN-ST-89-01435. Base: Newport State: Rhode Island (RI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

110317-N-3185B-024OMINATO, Japan (March 17, 2011) The amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) is anchored near Mount Kamafuse to disembark more than 300 military personnel and more than 90 Japan Ground Self-Defense Force vehicles for transportation to Ominato. Tortuga is supporting earthquake and tsunami relief efforts during Operation Tomodachi.

The guided missile cruiser USS COWPENS (CG-63) steams through the channel as it arrives for a visit to the naval station.. Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA)

AUGUSTA BAY, Italy (June 1, 2016) USS Porter (DDG 78) arrives in Augusta Bay, Italy. Porter, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is conducting a routine patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

A port quarter view of the Military Sealift Command (MSC) surveillance ship USNS SALWART (T-AGOS-1) tied up at pier one at the Washington Navy Yard during a port visit. The SALWART is one of two of her class which has been converted for use in the drug-interdiction program by installation of an SPS-49 long range search radar on the main mast and upgraded satellite receivers. Base: Anacostia River State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 3, 2022) - Sailors aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) prepare to conduct line handling while making port at San Francisco for San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW 2022), Oct. 3, 2022. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

220712-N-HB628-1075 PEARL HARBOR (July 12, 2022) - Peruvian Navy corvette BAP Guise (CC-28) departs Pearl Harbor to begin the at-sea phase of Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 12. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

050115-N-9662L-004. Subject Operation/Series: UNIFIED ASSISTANCE Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. (Dec. 19, 2018) The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24) gets underway from Morehead City, N.C. Arlington is deploying as part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group in support of maritime security operations, crisis response and theater security cooperation, while also providing a forward naval presence.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 13, 2016) An F/A-18 Super Hornet assigned to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9 lands on the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) during carrier qualifications. John C. Stennis is underway to conduct routine training in the 3rd Fleet area of responsibility.

DN-SC-90-01219. Base: Avondale State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

AV-8B Harriers, attached to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), fly over the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), Oct. 07, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd MEU, are operating in U.S. 2nd Fleet in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security across the Atlantic in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

040625-N-8157C-053. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC 2004 Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: Various

The guided missile frigate USS STEPHEN W. GROVES (FFG-29), center, lies tied up among several other ships at the naval station. Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida(FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

NORFOLK, Va. (Aug. 8, 2022) - The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) prepares to depart Naval Station Norfolk, Aug. 8. Leyte Gulf, assigned to the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group, departed Naval Station Norfolk on a scheduled deployment in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

990115-N-3236B-009. Base: Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SAN DIEGO (May 3, 2012) Sailors salute the guided-missile destroyer USS Kidd (DDG 100) from the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) as it leaves its homeport of San Diego to support Pacific Partnership 2012 (PP12). PP12 is the seventh in a series of U.S. Pacific Fleet-sponsored humanitarian and civic assistance missions that works with and through host and partner nations, and non-governmental organizations to strengthen regional relationships and capacity to collectively respond to natural disasters in Southeast Asia and the western Pacific region.

220520-N-YD328-0049 NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (May 20, 2022) The Freedom-class littoral combat ship USS Sioux City (LCS 11), homeported at Naval Station Mayport, Jacksonville, Fla., arrives at the Marathi NATO Pier Complex in Souda Bay, Greece, to undergo scheduled preventative maintenance. Preventative maintenance checks ensure the ship remains fully mission capable while deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations.. Naval Support Activity Souda Bay is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to be where they are needed when they are needed to ensure security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility.

DN-SC-90-02307. Base: San Diego Bay State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220720-N-N0842-3004-AU PACIFIC OCEAN (July 18, 2022) Royal Australian Navy auxiliary oiler replenishment ship HMAS Supply (A 195) conducts replenishment at sea with Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (Royal Australian Navy photo by Leading Seaman Ernesto Sanchez)

Port bow view of the Arleigh Burke Aegis type guided missile destroyer USS PAUL HAMILTON (DDG 60) heading down the channel after departing Pearl Harbor. The ship is en route to the waters south of Hawaii to take part in Operation RIMPAC 2000 with other units of the multi-national force. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC 2000 Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Crew members man the rails aboard the USS MISSOURI (BB-63) as the battleship enters port. The ship has been conducting refresher training along the Pacific coast. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

190119-N-JI086-050 DARDANELLES STRAIT (Jan. 19, 2019) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) transits the Dardanelles Strait, en route to the Black Sea, Jan. 19, 2019. Donald Cook, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its eighth patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa.

The American flag flies from the stern of the guided missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG-66). Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida(FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

BRAVO PIER no. 21. Starboard bow view of the new Singapore tank landing ship RSS ENDURANCE (LST 207) tied up. The ship is making a stopover en route to New York for fleet week and is not part of RIMPAC 2000. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC 2000 Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

BUSAN, Republic of Korea (Sept. 23, 2022) Tugboats prepare to maneuver the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) to port in Busan, Republic of Korea, Sept. 23. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

050208-N-9851B-002. Base: Naval Fleet Activity, Yokosuka Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: Manistee (YTB-782)

SAN DIEGO (April 3, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Shoup (DDG 86) gets underway for a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment. COMPTUEX tests the mission readiness of the strike group's assets through simulated real-world scenarios and their ability to perform as an integrated unit.

notReleased_U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Munro (WMSL 755) steams in formation with Royal Thai Navy ship HTMS Pattani (511) during an at-sea engagement with the Thailand Maritime Enforcement Command Center Sept. 1, 2023, in the South China Sea. Munro is deployed to the Indo-Pacific to advance relationships with ally and partner nations to build a more stable, free, open and resilient region with unrestricted, lawful access to the maritime commons.

220626-N-PV401-1020 PEARL HARBOR (Jun. 26, 2022) Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to participate in the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022 exercise. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

220630-N-ZS023-1043 SAN DIEGO (June 30, 2022) 220630-N-ZS023-1005 SAN DIEGO (June 30, 2022) Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Coronado (LCS 4) returns to its homeport of Naval Base San Diego. LCS are fast, agile, mission-focused platforms designed to operate in near-shore environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats. LCS are capable of supporting forward presence, maritime security, sea control, and deterrence missions across the globe.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 5, 2016) The Spanish navy frigate Alvaro de Bazan (F 101) cruises along side USS Carney (DDG 64) in the Mediterranean Sea. Carney, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is conducting a routine patrol in the U.S. 6th fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

Silhouette of a warship moving on water at sunset, USS Higgins (DDG 76), US Navy

A port beam view of the U.S. Army's logistic support vessel GEN BREHON B. SOMERVELL (LSV 3) departing Pearl Harbor.. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA)

110801-N-ZC343-761EVERETT, Wash. (Aug. 1, 2011) The guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) is moored at Naval Base Everett.

A port bow view of the guided missile destroyer USS ARLEIGH BURKE (DDG-51) and the guided missile cruiser USS THOMAS GATES (CG-51) moored at the destroyer and submarine piers. Both ships are equipped with the Aegis radar system. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

061024-N-8273J-094. Base: Hong Kong State: Special Administrative Regions Country: China (CHN)

YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 26, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) departs Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) returning to deployment. The Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. For more than 75 years, CFAY has provided, maintained, and operated base facilities and services in support of the U.S. 7th Fleets forward-deployed naval forces, tenant commands, and thousands of military and civilian personnel and their families.

111209-N-ZC343-966SAN DIEGO (Dec. 10, 2011) The guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) displays holiday lights while pierside at Naval Base San Diego.

120607-N-QL961-005PORTLAND, Ore. (June 7, 2012) The guided-missile frigate USS Ingraham (FFG 61) arrives at the Tom McCall Waterfront Park in Portland, Ore., to kick off Portland Rose Festival Fleet Week 2012. Navy warships have been coming to the City of Roses since USS Charleston's visit in 1907. Portland's Rose Festival is an opportunity for the Navy to raise awareness about the purpose of naval forces and sustain the strong relationship with the community. U.S. Third Fleet leads naval forces in the Eastern Pacific from the West Coast of North America to the international date line and provides realistic, relevant training necessary for an effective global Navy.

DN-SC-87-06619. Base: Coronado Roads State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. (May 13, 2019) The aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) pulls into Naval Station Mayport, Fla., May 13, 2019. John C. Stennis is operating in the U.S. 2nd Fleet in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in the Atlantic and Arctic in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

DA-SC-85-00589. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 15, 2021) The amphibious dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50), with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group (ARG), stages after offloading a landing craft utility in the early morning, beginning an amphibious assault during Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPTUEX) at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 15, 2021. COMPTUEX is a month-long training event designed to test Amphibious Ready Groups and MEUs capabilities against the full spectrum of military operations.

A starboard beam view of the guided missile destroyer USS BENJAMIN STODDERT (DDG-22), with crew members manning the rail during Fleet Week activities. Visible in the background the San Francisco skyline. Base: San Francisco State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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